Relating to midwife licensure, providing for fees, and making penalties applicable

Where it is now

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   Done: IntroducedJanuary 24, 2023
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   Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 24, 2023
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   Done: House committeeFebruary 8, 2023
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   Done: Passes the HouseMarch 21, 202391–3
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   Done: Senate committeeMarch 29, 2023
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   Done: Passes the SenateMay 3, 202346–2
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   Done: To the GovernorMay 11, 2023
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   Done: Signed into lawJune 1, 2023

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Amendments · 2

1 adopted · 0 failed · 1 never voted on. Newest first.

• H-1351 · filed May 3, 2023 by

  AI summary This amendment adds a rule that midwives must consult with a physician or certified nurse midwife for high-risk pregnancies and births. It also creates a midwifery advisory council to advise the board, requires midwives to provide proof of professional liability insurance to insurance companies, and specifies that penalties for misconduct can be civil or criminal. Additionally, it clarifies that the law does not require payment for costs related to the location where maternity services are provided. Its wording →
  Never voted on
• S-3218 · filed May 2, 2023 by Sen. Scott Webster (R)

  AI summary This amendment changes the oversight of midwifery from a new board to the board of nursing and adds a requirement for midwives to consult with physicians or certified nurse midwives for high-risk cases. It also creates a midwifery advisory council to advise the board, adds language regarding professional liability insurance, and specifies that certain penalties can be civil or criminal. Additionally, it clarifies that the bill does not require payment for costs related to the location where maternity services are provided. Its wording →
  Adopted
  May 3, 2023